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With the goal of reducing energy costs and minimizing environmental impact, architects and designers are getting serious about green design. Every part of the property can be impacted and savvy designers are incorporating reclaimed materials and restorative greenery. Visit Green Lodging News for the latest news and best practices. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Green Design

Home Green Design
With the goal of reducing energy costs and minimizing environmental impact, architects and designers are getting serious about green design. Every part of the property can be impacted and savvy designers are incorporating reclaimed materials and restorative greenery. Visit Green Lodging News for the latest news and best practices. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Populus Debuts Nature-Inspired Interiors that Evoke an Aspen Grove

DENVER—Populus, the country’s first carbon positive hotel opening in Denver in summer of 2024, has unveiled its nature-forward interior designs by Wildman Chalmers Design in partnership with Fowler + Fowler Architecture, D.P.C. Developed by Urban Villages, a leading real estate developer and environmental steward, and managed by Aparium Hotel Group, a pioneer in the lifestyle hotel industry, Populus’ interiors are designed to celebrate nature and pay homage to the Mountain West with a warm color scheme, natural materials, undulating forms, and an Aspen-tree inspired design that complements the building’s distinctive architecture by Studio Gang. The thought-provoking art collection, curated by artist and...

EDITION’S First Caribbean Property Makes Debut Within Nature Reserve in Mexico’s Riviera Maya

KANAI, MEXICO—The premiere of The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai introduces a completely new concept of laidback luxury to the Caribbean coastline, combining unparalleled dining and entertainment, services and amenities with the unique traditions and tastes of the famed locale. Created by Ian Schrager because of a partnership between Ian Schrager and Marriott International, the EDITION brand has become synonymous with individualized, customized, and one-of-a-kind hospitality experiences, and The Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai is yet another example of Schrager’s visionary magic. Situated within a 620-acre nature reserve with two miles of pristine white-sand beachfront, the property rises from a...

New Orleans Convention Center Wins Three Awards

NEW ORLEANS—Last month, the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) received three prestigious awards: the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Community Leader Award for the South Central Region and two Love Your City Awards from LifeCity. These awards celebrate the Convention Center’s commitment and achievements around sustainability and equity. “As much as we focus on delivering exceptional events for our clients, our Convention Center teams are also hard at work behind the scenes finding new ways to make our facility more sustainable and our organization more inclusive,” said Michael J. Sawaya, Convention Center President and CEO. “We view these awards from the USGBC and LifeCity not just as confirmation that our work...

Green Lodging News Welcomes bläanks to Product & Service Directory

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News welcomes bläanks to its Green Product & Service Directory in the “Pillows & Throws” category. bläanks is a women-owned business that specializes in machine washable contract grade textured throws and pillows for the hospitality and A+D communities. Sustainably knitted in the USA with zero waste, bläanks’s signature recycled cotton blend is fade-resistant for indoor and outdoor spaces. Their durable pillows and throws pass NFPA 260 and Wyzenbeek 50,000 double rubs testing. In addition, bläanks has also earned the Leader ranking for Mindclick’s MSAP. Recent clients include Kimpton Hotels, Hyatt, and SH Resorts. “bläanks takes great pride in...

Westin Hotels & Resorts Washington, DC Hotel Sets New Standard for Wellness Travel

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, unveils its latest offering in Washington, DC—Westin Washington, DC Downtown. After a nearly $80 million investment by ownership group, Sunstone Hotel Investors, the 807-room hotel will offer a sophisticated and contemporary blend of well-being experiences, designed for guests to feel inspired, to rejuvenate, and to maintain their wellness routines while on the road. “From the moment they arrive at Westin Washington, DC Downtown, guests will have endless opportunities to recharge and recover,” said Jennifer Connell, Global Brand Leader, Westin Hotels & Resorts and Vice President, Distinctive...

PILLOWS & THROWS

bläanks Machine Washable & Zero Waste Pillows + Throws bläanks is a women-owned business that specializes in machine washable contract grade textured throws and pillows for the Hospitality and A+D communities. Sustainably knitted in the USA with zero waste, bläanks’s signature recycled cotton blend is fade-resistant for indoor and outdoor spaces. Their durable pillows and throws pass NFPA 260 and Wyzenbeek 50,000 double rubs testing. In addition, bläanks has also earned the Leader ranking for Mindclick's MSAP. Recent clients include Kimpton Hotels, Hyatt, and SH Resorts. bläanks takes great pride in their commitment to participating in a more sustainable industry with mindful manufacturing. Learn...

Red Sea Global Achieves Record-Breaking LEED Score for The Red Sea Destination

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA—Red Sea Global (RSG), the multi-project developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism destinations, The Red Sea and Amaala, has achieved the highest score recorded to date in the prestigious Platinum LEED v4.1 Cities: Plan and Design accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), which serves as a testament to RSG’s steadfast dedication to sustainability and marks a major milestone in the development of regenerative tourism destinations. With an outstanding score of 96 out of 110 points for The Red Sea destination’s phase one masterplan, RSG has solidified its position as a global frontrunner in developing...

RESET Breaks Ground on Flagship Boutique Hotel Next to California’s Joshua Tree National Park

SAN FRANCISCO—RESET, a new hotel brand, has broken ground on its first property on 180 acres of private desert next to Joshua Tree National Park. This 65-room property will serve as the flagship for the RESET brand co-founded by Ben Uyeda. Sightline Hospitality has signed on as the operator. This project combines state-of-the-art steel frame modular construction, a modern and minimalist approach to design, and an investor group with over 40 million social media followers to create a new brand that brings curated hospitality to the very edge of one of California’s most iconic natural landscapes. RESET Hotel, Joshua Tree, features 65 rooms...

New Bed Designs from Rottet Collection Launch During BDNY

NEW YORK—Lauren Rottet, FAIA, FIIDA, internationally celebrated architect, designer and founding principal/president and owner of Rottet Studio and Rottet Collection has collaborated with Swedish bed manufacturer DUXIANA. The luxury mattress brand and the DUX Bed—known for its ergonomically sophisticated and comfortable design with customizable components—fit perfectly with Rottet Collection’s new stylish bed frames. “United by our mutual dedication to excellence, we are thrilled to join forces with Rottet to elevate the bedroom experience. This partnership signifies a fresh chapter in bedroom decor, enriching the space with exceptional craftsmanship and groundbreaking design,” said DUX CEO Henrik Ljung. The three bed frames—Aspen, Baldwin, and Essex—expand upon Rottet Collection’s portfolio of luxurious...

Coverings 2024 Launches Event Registration, Hotel Booking Options, Award Programs

ATLANTA—Coverings (www.coverings.com), the premier international ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition and conference in North America, has launched the official openings for event registration, discounted hotel booking options and award program submissions for Coverings 2024, which will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) in Atlanta, April 22 to 25. Tile, stone, and design professionals across all segments of the industry can now register at no cost to attend Coverings 2024 by visiting Coverings.com. Registering online currently offers several benefits, including advanced access to event updates, special program notifications, exclusive promotions, introduction to new product trends and innovations,...